The militia of the few towns found in the Cuman steppes. Armed with shield, axe and helm to protect against enemy raids.
The Cuman steppes are not exclusively nomads: a few small towns are spread across the steppes peopled by farmers and artisans. The alans - settlers from lands of Tmutarakan - also live in and serve as militia of these towns. Armed with shield, axe and helm to protect their towns against enemy raids.